Product Designer II, New Business

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.

Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.

Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

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Your New Role…

We are CNN. THE WORLD'S MOST ESSENTIAL AND ENGAGING SOURCE OF DIGITAL NEWS. We are in the midst of rapid transformation and need our next generation of innovators, makers, and dreamers who will lead and drive our growth. We aim to make the world a better, more connected place.

The CNN New Business team is pioneering the development of innovative, standalone products that go beyond news. We aim to create distinctive non-news experiences that will enrich users’ lives and help drive our subscription business.

As a Product Designer II for New Business, you will help lead design for high-impact, strategically complex initiatives that are central to CNN’s future. The ideal candidate is an experienced designer who is comfortable navigating through ambiguity and has deep expertise in designing user-centered experiences across a variety of platforms and channels.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Execute across all phases of the design process, from discovery and ideation through wireframing, prototyping, visual design, testing, and implementation.

• Own the design of smaller standalone features or contribute to larger product initiatives within emerging New Business experiences.

• Create design artifacts appropriate to project needs, including user flows, wireframes, prototypes, visual designs, and presentation materials.

• Participate in research and discovery activities to better understand user needs, business goals, and market opportunities.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners in product, engineering, research, editorial, growth, and analytics to develop effective user experiences.

• Clearly communicate design decisions, rationale, and recommendations to stakeholders and teammates.

• Contribute to collaborative workshops, brainstorming sessions, and design critiques.

• Apply established design systems, patterns, and brand guidelines while helping identify opportunities for improvement.

• Iterate on solutions using feedback, usability findings, experimentation results, and business insights.

• Support testing and validation efforts, helping translate learnings into improved product experiences.

• Build productive relationships across teams and contribute positively to a collaborative design culture.

• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving user expectations to help inspire future product opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience…

• 2+ years of experience as a product designer creating digital experiences across web, mobile, or connected platforms.

• Portfolio demonstrating strong UX and visual design skills, with examples of solving meaningful user and business problems.

• Proficiency in Figma and prototyping tools.

• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, information architecture, and visual design fundamentals.

• Experience designing within established design systems and applying brand standards consistently.

• Familiarity with user research methods, usability testing, and iterative design practices.

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners and incorporate feedback into design solutions.

• Basic understanding of web and mobile technologies and platform capabilities.

• Experience with collaboration and project management tools such as Jira and Confluence.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience working on subscription, consumer-facing, or media products is a plus.

About Skydance

Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

Some Important Details

We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

Hiring Salary Range: $83,993.00 - $155,987.00 per yearIn compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.